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Where Are You Legally Required to Use a Bear Canister in Colorado?
Where are you legally required to use a bear canister in Colorado? The short answer, Maroon Bells Wilderness & Rocky Mountain National Park.
5 Best Colorado Weekend Backpacking Trips
Are you looking for a great weekend backpacking trip in Colorado? Start here! This is our go-to list of the best backpacking trips that are the perfect length for 2 to 3 days.
7 Tips for Planning Your First 10th Mountain Division Hut Trip
You’ve probably heard 10th Mountain Division hut trips are the must-do winter trip in Colorado. It’s certainly not an experience to be missed.
Views and Brews 2.0: Our List of Top Hike-Brewery Combos Near Denver
Here is our go-to list of quick day hikes that are a short distance from one of Colorado’s must-visit breweries. Hit the trail, grab a brew, tip your bartender. That’s what we call a full day.
Your First Five 14ers
Is this the year that you tackle your first 14er? There are five beginner 14ers within a short drive from Denver. Bookmark it. Plan it. Make it happen!
Go Snowshoeing. Stop for a Drink. This is Where.
Beverage pairings don't always mean matching wine with a great cheese. Here is our list of trail | bar combos if you want to go snowshoeing near Denver.
The 7 Things You DON'T Need for Your Colorado Hiking Trip
As a local outdoor gear shop, we’re always here to educate people about the things that they need for an adventure. But what about the things that you don’t need?
7 Great Dispersed Camping Spots Near Denver
Are you looking for great camping near Denver, but what something a little more private than Cherry Creek State Park? Start here for great dispersed camping near Denver.